Intro to this species—landscapes, strategies, costs, and comforts.
Summary
The Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) is a highly adaptable and cunning carnivore known for its striking reddish-orange fur, bushy tail, and distinctive white-tipped ears. This species thrives in diverse habitats, from forests and grasslands to urban areas, showcasing remarkable intelligence and social complexity. In the context of hunting, the Red Fox is most active during dawn and dusk, utilizing its keen senses and stealthy approach to locate small mammals, birds, and insects. Successful hunters should be aware of the fox's acute hearing and excellent camouflage, emphasizing the importance of patience and strategy, particularly when utilizing calls or decoys to lure these crafty animals. Understanding the Red Fox's behavior and habitat preferences can enhance the effectiveness of hunting approaches, making it a rewarding challenge for both novice and seasoned hunters alike.
Alaska red fox hunts are typically conducted during the deep-winter months when furs are at their prime, using snowmobiles or other off-road vehicles to cover extensive traplines and locate fresh sign. Guided parties travel 50–150 miles per day across remote Game Management Units, working from rustic cabins for multi-day stints. Hunters employ a mix of predator calling, tracking, and strategically placed traps or snares to bring foxes within range. These trips are fully outfitted—transportation, lodging, meals, licensed guides, and all necessary equipment are provided—while harvested pelts are dressed and prepared for shipment. Alongside red fox, many outfitters offer opportunities for other furbearers like coyote, lynx, or wolverine, making for a versatile, rewarding winter trapping adventure.
Red fox hunts typically include comfortable cabin lodging with private sleeping quarters equipped with beds. Hunters can expect full meal service throughout the stay, ensuring days in the field are fueled with hearty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Heating is generally provided by a wood-burning stove, with additional options varying by location, while cooling and ventilation are naturally achieved through cabin design or supplemental systems where available. Overall, these hunts offer a convenient base camp that balances rustic charm with essential comforts for both novice and experienced hunters.
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Fox & Coyote Hunt in Alaska
These hunts are conducted primarily by snowmobile in GMU’s 13 and 20. I run three different traplines encompassing over three hundred miles. If the hunter would like an opportunity to harvest a Lynx or Wolverine they will have to come join me in the dead of the Alaskan winter (December – February). I won’t promise warm weather but I will guarantee you some of the most scenic snowmobiling on earth and lots of it!
Wolf hunting alaska style is always rewarding. We will do some calling for predators as well as setting traps and snares in locales that are likely spots to produce results. Typically we will snowmobile between 50-150 miles a day in search of Wolves, Wolverine, Lynx, Coyote and Fox. If you are looking to only do wolf hunting in Alaska then later in the winter is the prime time. We will stay at several of my cabins for two and three day stints looking for predators to call and/or trap.
These hunts have become increasingly popular over the years so much so that I can’t even break away to attend a show to promote my business. If the hunter wants to harvest some of the most luxurious fur on the face of the earth then this hunt is for you.
Alaska
Red Fox
Coyote
8500
Midnight Sun Safaris
Fair Chase
Public
Cabin
Yes
Wood Burning Stove
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
8500
Combo Hunt
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Alaska Furbearer Hunt
JD’s Kniktuk Outfitters specializes in Alaska Brown Bear and Wolf hunting exclusively, but do offer a March furbearer hunt.
We are located approximately 300 miles west of Anchorage, Alaska, based out of Dillingham.
Alaska
Red Fox
Wolverine
Land Otter
JD's Kniktuk Outfitters
Fair Chase
Public
Cabin
Yes
Unspecified
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
Contact
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Red Fox FAQs
What you need to know before you book:
What time of year is best for hunting red fox?
Deep winter—typically December through February—is prime for red fox trapping in Alaska. Cold temperatures and deep snow help preserve pelts and concentrate fox activity along travel corridors, making sign easier to read and sets more productive.
What methods are commonly used to hunt red fox?
Guides combine predator calling, snow tracking, and strategically placed traps or snares along fox travel routes. Calling draws curious foxes in close, while fresh sign helps pinpoint where to set spring-loaded footholds or cable restraints for reliable results.
Are hunts of red fox typically more physical or accessible?
These hunts balance physical effort with accessibility. You’ll cover 50–150 miles per day on snowmobiles or off-road vehicles and may check dozens of sets in freezing temperatures. At the same time, fully outfitted camps provide cabins, meals, transport and equipment, so newcomers can focus on learning techniques rather than logistics.
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These hunts are conducted primarily by snowmobile in GMU’s 13 and 20. I run three different traplines encompassing over three hundred miles. If the hunter would like an opportunity to harvest a Lynx or Wolverine they will have to come join me in the dead of the Alaskan winter (December – February). I won’t promise warm weather but I will guarantee you some of the most scenic snowmobiling on earth and lots of it!
Wolf hunting alaska style is always rewarding. We will do some calling for predators as well as setting traps and snares in locales that are likely spots to produce results. Typically we will snowmobile between 50-150 miles a day in search of Wolves, Wolverine, Lynx, Coyote and Fox. If you are looking to only do wolf hunting in Alaska then later in the winter is the prime time. We will stay at several of my cabins for two and three day stints looking for predators to call and/or trap.
These hunts have become increasingly popular over the years so much so that I can’t even break away to attend a show to promote my business. If the hunter wants to harvest some of the most luxurious fur on the face of the earth then this hunt is for you.
Alaska
Red Fox
Coyote
8500
Midnight Sun Safaris
Fair Chase
Public
Cabin
Yes
Wood Burning Stove
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
8500
Combo Hunt
Contact
Check Availability
Contact Outfitter
Thank you! Your submission has been received! We will be in touch in the next 24 hours.
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This info will not be shared with other outfitters or sold in any way. We will not SPAM you. We grab this info so that we can (quickly) make a warm introduction between you and the outfitter. Then we step aside and let you communicate by email, text, or phone with the outfitter as you see fit.
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When you submit this request, we will do the legwork of calling and emailing the outfitter to see if they have an opening on your requested dates. We will continue reaching out to the outfitter daily until we hear back. You’ll hear from us very soon.
Alaska Furbearer Hunt
JD’s Kniktuk Outfitters specializes in Alaska Brown Bear and Wolf hunting exclusively, but do offer a March furbearer hunt.
We are located approximately 300 miles west of Anchorage, Alaska, based out of Dillingham.
Alaska
Red Fox
Wolverine
Land Otter
JD's Kniktuk Outfitters
Fair Chase
Public
Cabin
Yes
Unspecified
Bed
Meals Provided
Unspecified
Contact
Check Availability
Contact Outfitter
Thank you! Your submission has been received! We will be in touch in the next 24 hours.
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
This info will not be shared with other outfitters or sold in any way. We will not SPAM you. We grab this info so that we can (quickly) make a warm introduction between you and the outfitter. Then we step aside and let you communicate by email, text, or phone with the outfitter as you see fit.
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Check Availability
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When you submit this request, we will do the legwork of calling and emailing the outfitter to see if they have an opening on your requested dates. We will continue reaching out to the outfitter daily until we hear back. You’ll hear from us very soon.